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Neurology consult...:
....would be necessary. It is not in my vocabulary to say something can NEVER happen in this world of medicine but since NF1 is basically defined as a PERIPHERAL NERVE type of problem which definitely is painful and so forth...it would not be the most likely type of problem in my opinion to cause or be associated with PBA. I also searched the literature and couldn't find anything convincing.
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Yes:
Research teams located the exact position of the NF1 gene on chromosome 17.Product of NF1 gene is a large and complex protein called neurofibromin,which is primarily active in nervous cells as a regulator of cell division.Intensive efforts have let to the identification of the NF2 gene on chromosome 22. NF2 gene product is a tumor-suppressor protein called merlin.Ongoing research to discover genes
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No:
Nightfall is at its' most common shortley after puberty. It reduces in frequency if you ejaculate during the day by masturbation or having sex. Also reduces naturally as men age. Is not related to loss of "sexpower".
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Wrong place to ask:
This is the HT public information site where docs, primarily in the USA answer health questions. We have no access to or information about local healthcare options around the world where this site is seen. You need to ask local sources such questions & use this site for general health questions.
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Inherited or new :
Neurofibromatosis can be passed from parent to child as an autosomal dominant trait, meaning an affected parent can pass a single gene to their son/daughter and they get the disease. At least half of nf cases arise as a new gene mutation in a kid.
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Neurofibromatosis?:
If by nf you mean neurofibromatosis, it is either of two diseases that are inherited dominantly (parent to child, 50% odds). You can help yourself by learning more about them and being a good partner with your physician.
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Work with doc:
A seizure disorder is worrisome & if related to a structural defect like in nf, it can be a progressive problem. You say you can't take meds ? You may not have been tolerant to those tried before but their are many that could help that you should try before giving up. Work with a neurologist & come up with a workable plan.
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Neurofibromatosis:
NF1 is a complex disease and has many manifestations and if you are healthy with no tumors and in particular any growing ones then you are doing well. as for joining the US Marines it is unlikely they will accept you with that diagnosis do to the long term possibilites.
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Neurofibromatosis:
Nf is a collection of genetic diseases that have no cure. When you have it, management requires observation & occasional studies to detect certain complicating issues before they can cause trouble. Surgical intervention may be required in some forms of the disease. Some forms never need any extra help.
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Rare but does occur:
Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a hereditary condition commonly associated with multiple café-au-lait spots on the skin. These are light brown in color, and in many instances continue to progress with the conversion to malignant melanoma. Many of the patients develop a number of neurofibromas (benign) They are often seen as raised bumps on the skin. Occassionally one can convert to sarcoma.
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You're fine:
You're nineteen years old and should be treasuring this time in your life, rather than letting some quack "spiritual" or "health" advisor frighten you about your nocturnal emissions. They're normal, healthy, and a part of your life that you should be enjoying. Talk to a reasonable older guy -- maybe even Dad -- about your new body & the responsibilities and joys it brings.
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Prenatal testing for:
The nf1 mutation of chromosome 17q11.2 is done using amniocentesis or chorionic villous sampling procedures when one parent has tested positive for the mutation. See comment below. My answer was truncated, some how.
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Varies:
Nf can manifest rarely at birth with deformity of tibia, plexiform neurofibromas with skin discoloration, enlargement of head, and overgrowth or undergrowth of extremity. More commonly nf gradually appears with development of brown flat spots and soft nodules under the skin. The brown (café-au-lai) spots are the main symptom of neurofibromatosis. Freckling of armpits is another symptom.
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Neurofibromatosis:
Yes. Prenatal testing with amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling can detect Neurofibromatosis Type 1. NF-1 occurs as a gene mutation on chromosome 17. Half the cases are inherited as autosomal dominant and half of the cases can be spontaneous.
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